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fuel oil

/ˈfjuːəl ɔɪl/

Tradução: Combustível líquido pesado derivado do petróleo, usado em caldeiras, fornos industriais e motores marítimos. É mais denso e viscoso que o diesel e o óleo combustível leve.

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/ˈfjuːəl ɔɪl/B2formaltechnical
  • ptCombustível líquido pesado derivado do petróleo, usado em caldeiras, fornos industriais e motores marítimos. É mais denso e viscoso que o diesel e o óleo combustível leve.

A heavy petroleum product used as a fuel for heating, industrial processes, and in some types of engines, such as marine diesel engines.

  1. Heating and industrial fuelB2formal

    A heavy petroleum-based liquid used for heating, power generation, and industrial processes.

    ptÓleo combustível

    • The factory switched from coal to fuel oil to reduce emissions.
    • Many homes in rural areas use fuel oil for their heating systems.
    • The price of fuel oil fluctuates with global oil markets.
  2. Marine fuelB2formal

    A type of fuel oil used to power ship engines and boilers.

    ptÓleo combustível marítimo

    • The cargo ship refueled with heavy fuel oil at the port.
    • Marine fuel oil must meet strict environmental regulations.
    • The crew checked the fuel oil levels before departure.